KHBS is looking for a Multimedia Journalist that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. The Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude. The right candidate loves telling stories and delivering them LIVE to the viewers. This person will produce content on-air, on-line, and for our mobile devices. We are looking for someone who can shoot and edit video and has a passion for journalism and bringing the viewer the “big story”.
Job Responsibilities:
- Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights and weekends. Variable shift possible.
- Put together high quality packages.
- Coverage of breaking news and sports
- Develop sources and generate story ideas
- Shoot live shots and live Interviews
- Shoot and track news stories
- Work with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
- In-person attendance is required
Experience Requirements:
- At least one year television news reporting, photography and editing
- Breaking news/sports reporter
- Creative writer and packager
- Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered
Qualifications Requirements:
- Works quickly and efficiently
- Good personality. Must connect with viewers
- Must enjoy being part of a team.
- Excellent writing and packaging skills
- Must be able to provide samples of reporting and photography.
- Ability to develop contacts and generate stories.
- Ability to shoot and edit high quality video
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Education:
- Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
- Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered
- Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.
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